Sports15 August 2026

First Sri Lanka-India Test begins today in Galle

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The first Test match of the two-match Sri Lanka - India Test cricket series is set to begin at 10.00 am today (15) at the Galle International Cricket Stadium.

This is the 50th Test match held at the Galle International Stadium, which holds many unforgettable memories in the Test cricket arena that brought numerous victories to Sri Lanka.

Dhananjaya de Silva serves as the captain of the Sri Lanka team.

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